Your Vision. Our Steel. Built to Last.

Every lantern we build starts with the same foundation, laser-cut 16-gauge steel, hand-finished in Indiana, but what goes on it is entirely up to you. This listing is your starting point for a fully custom-designed lantern built around your idea, your occasion, and your style.

Whether you have a detailed concept or just a spark of an idea, we'll work with you to bring it to life. Submit your order, share your vision in the notes, and we'll handle the design and fabrication.

250th Anniversary photos used for lantern size and design representation until more custom pictures taken.

Popular Custom Themes

Racing & Motorsports — Two-sided racing signs, checkered flags, your name or number, car silhouettes
Memorial & Remembrance — Honor a loved one with meaningful symbols, names, dates, or quotes
Retirement — Celebrate a career milestone with custom text, profession symbols, or inside jokes
Graduation — Class year, school name, cap and diploma motifs, or a personal message
Promotion & Career Milestones — Rank insignia, company logos (assuming copyright approval), achievement recognition
Wedding — Monograms, wedding dates, floral or vine patterns, couples' names
Bachelor / Bachelorette — Fun, bold, personalized party keepsakes
Holidays & Seasons — Christmas, Halloween, Fourth of July, and more
Sports & Teams — Team logos, jersey numbers, mascots (assuming copyright approval)
Hunting & Outdoors — Deer, elk, turkey, fish, cabin scenes
Faith & Inspiration — Crosses, scripture, meaningful symbols
Pets & Family — Silhouettes, names, paw prints, family crests
Something else entirely? — If you can describe it, we'll design it.

What's Included

Custom laser-cut design based on your specifications
16-gauge steel construction — 4 7/8" W x 4 7/8" L x 14" H + LED height installed
Large 4" solar LED light (warm, steady, non-flickering, dusk-to-dawn automatic)
Your choice of finish: Raw Steel, Black Hammered, or Brown / Bronze Hammered
Hand-finished edges, securely packaged for safe delivery
Designed and handcrafted in Indiana by Iron Canvas Metalworks

How It Works

Place your order and select your finish
Leave a note at checkout describing your design idea — theme, names, dates, symbols, or anything specific you have in mind
We'll reach out to confirm the design before cutting
Your lantern is built to order and shipped when complete

Finish Options

Raw Steel (Uncoated)

A true industrial metal aesthetic. Raw steel naturally develops a unique patina over time — browns, blues, grays — giving each lantern its own character. Apply a clear coat annually to slow patina development if preferred.

Premium Painted Finishes

Black Hammered: Clean, bold, modern
Brown / Bronze Hammered: Rich, textured, warm — a premium rustic look
Powder-coated options coming soon.

Lighting Notes

Your lantern includes a large, high-quality solar LED light for effortless outdoor illumination. For indoor use, the solar light can be swapped for any battery-powered LED puck or candle light. Alternate lighting options are not supplied at this time.

⚠️ Important Notes

Solar LED charges best in direct sunlight; indoor lighting will not charge the panel
Raw steel will patina unless sealed annually
Painted finishes are weather-resistant but best used indoors or in covered outdoor areas
Each lantern is handmade, slight variations add unique character
This is a made-to-order item; production time will vary based on design complexity and current queue
Product photos will be updated as custom orders are completed

Handcrafted in Indiana

Every lantern is laser-cut, crafted, and finished in-house at Iron Canvas Metalworks. From raw steel to final assembly, each piece reflects the pride, skill, and heritage of American metal fabrication.